Haliey Welch

Haliey Welch is an American internet personality who became widely known in 2024 after a viral street interview made her the subject of the “Hawk Tuah Girl” meme.

Haliey Welch is an American internet personality who became widely known in 2024 after a viral street interview made her the subject of the “Hawk Tuah Girl” meme. She later launched the podcast *Talk Tuah* and became associated with a cryptocurrency controversy involving the $HAWK coin.

Early life and background

Welch is reported to be from Tennessee, with sources identifying Belfast, Tennessee, as her hometown. Before becoming known online, she worked in a manufacturing job.

Viral rise to fame

She became famous after a June 2024 street interview clip circulated online, in which her response created the “hawk tuah” catchphrase. The clip turned her into a widely recognized internet meme and social media personality.

Media and business activities

After going viral, Welch launched the podcast *Talk Tuah* and developed related branding and merchandise. She later appeared in additional media projects and was reported to be developing further entertainment work.

Cryptocurrency controversy

Welch became associated with the $HAWK meme coin, which quickly lost value after launch and drew widespread criticism. Reporting says she was later cleared or not sanctioned in connection with regulatory scrutiny.